MLB Player Props for Thursday, July 21

Stuart Durst Sports Betting Expert

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Prop betting expert Stuart Durst gives his top prop bets to consider for MLB action on Thursday, July 21. Check out his top play for the diamond action below.

• Carlos Rodon (SFO) Over 16.5 Outs (-125) 

Carlos Rodon (SFO) Over 16.5 Outs (-125) 

Carlos Rodon has been doing exactly what the Giants paid him to do thus far. Rodon currently holds an 8-5 record, with a 2.66 ERA, and 131 strikeouts (7th in the MLB) and should be recharged after the all-star break. Rodon is one of those guys that definitely lets that pitch count get up there, as most good strikeout pitchers do, so I really do believe that a fresh Rodon is even scarier. He’s faced the Dodgers twice this season, with great success.

In his first outing he went 6 IP only allowing 2 runs on 3 hits, in his second outing he went 6 innings and allowed 0 runs on only 2 hits. Not only is he 2-0 to this number this season, but the Dodgers hold a batting average of .113 vs Rodon in their career. Deciding between strikeouts and innings was tough, I think they both do end up cashing, with the extra rest I think Rodon gets deep into this game.

He’s coming into this game with 6+ Innings in 5 of his last 7 games, and is someone that is constantly allowed to throw 90-100+ pitches. Another spot I like with Rodon is o1.5 walks here. It's -150 on 365 (-180 on DK) and is a good parlay piece vs LAD.

Stuart Durst

Stuart Durst, also known as @MonotoneFootbal on Twitter, is a writer and sports bettor specializing in the NFL, NBA and CFB. When he’s not writing for OddsChecker, he enjoys playing basketball and talking player props with his community. More from Stuart Durst